Dayton safety Javawn Brooks earns Pioneer Football League defensive player honor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 9:42 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

The Pioneer Football League named Dayton junior Javawn Brooks its Defensive Player of the Week following the team's season-opening win against Fairmont State. During the game at Welcome Stadium, Brooks recorded two interceptions in the second quarter that directly contributed to a pair of Flyers touchdowns. The defensive back also finished the contest with two tackles. Dayton secured a 43-17 victory and currently holds a 1-0 record to start the season. After serving as a reserve in 11 career games, Brooks secured a starting safety position during the most recent training camp. The team is now entering a bye week and is scheduled to host Thomas More on September 12.
- •Javawn Brooks intercepted two passes during the second quarter against Fairmont State.
- •The defensive performance led directly to two Dayton touchdowns in a 43-17 win.
- •Dayton moves to a 1-0 record following the season-opening victory.
- •The Flyers return to play on September 12 against Thomas More.
- 9:42 PMYahoo Sports — Dayton football player awarded 1st Pioneer Football League weekly honor this season
"Dayton junior Javawn Brooks has been named PFL Defensive Player of the Week after a strong game against Fairmont State on Saturday.
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